Bridport News
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Residents desperate for better bus services between towns
Residents are crying out for better bus services as the council pledges a multimillion-pound investment to improve travel across Dorset
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Residents celebrate milestone in vital work to improve safety at busy junction
Ambitious work to build a roundabout at near to a new housing development is more than halfway complete
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Community group teaching young people vital skills fundraising to buy home
A youth motorsports club in west Dorset helping children secure futures in the industry has launched a fundraiser in the hopes of buying their forever home
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Delight' as repair work to begin inside tunnel after landslip
Residents in Beaminster are ‘delighted’ as work to repair a vital tunnel in town is to get underway
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Long-serving Probus member elected as club president
Douglas Beazer has been elected president of the Beaminster and Bridport Probus Club following its annual general meeting.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Ten-bedroom shooting lodge proposed for Bridehead’s dilapidated stables
A SHOOTING lodge with ten bedrooms has been proposed for dilapidated stables at Bridehead House in Dorset – which was on the market for £30million two years ago.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000'This budget was a disaster for hospitality'
One of the UK's leading hospitality campaigners has described the budget as "a disaster for hospitality".
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bridport Dagger bar must reapply for licence after missing transfer deadline
A BRIDPORT bar is having to apply for a Premises Licence, for the second time in two years.The application for the Bridport Dagger in East Street was objected to by several residents when a licence was first applied for in the summer of 2024.Several ...
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:08:09 +0000Warning as emergency road closure put in place
A road has closed in Bridport while urgent repairs are carried out in the area
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:49:22 +0000Dorset councillors welcome budget help for homeless but call for fairer funding
SENIOR Dorset councillors have broadly welcomed the autumn budget – although would welcome more financial support for the county.Said Dorset Council's cabinet member for finance and resources Simon Clifford (Lib Dem): “ I welcome elements of the ...
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000Care home among latest planning proposals for Lyme Regis and Charmouth
Lyme Regis and Charmouth planning proposals include a care home extension, low-energy replacement home, house extensions and The Royal Lion Hotel works.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Delayed repair works to bridge causes months of issues for residents
A resident has said a road closure in west Dorset has been a nightmare for villagers as work to restore a bridge has been delayed
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:20:50 +0000Minimum wage to increase to £13.20 an hour as John Healey announces Budget pay boost
Chancellor John Healey has announced a 3.9% rise in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage, affecting 2.3 million of the lowest-paid workers.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:19:03 +0000How to check if you will receive £100 energy bill support payment
How to check if you are one of the 20 million households who will get £100 from the Government this winter to help with energy bills
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:00:45 +0000Who left Great British Bake Off last night? Sixth contestant leaves Channel 4 show
Clara became the sixth contestant eliminated from the Great British Bake Off 2026 during pastry week, while Tom was named star baker for the third time.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:53:00 +0000Man who refused to leave address in town arrested
A man has been arrested in Bridport after refusing to leave a home in town centre
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:35:07 +0000Multiple people fined for destroying bat habitats
A warning has been issued against destroying bat habitats after a number of people have faced prosecution this year
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:55:59 +0000Dazzling display in community gardens to raise awareness for deadly disease
Community gardens overlooking the seafront were turned into a purple paradise over the weekend to raise awareness for a debilitating and often deadly disease
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Untold story of Brideshead Revisited to come to Bridport venue this weekend
Charles Sturridge visits Bridport Arts Centre on November 1 to reveal the story behind Granada TV’s Brideshead Revisited, with rare footage and a Q&A.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Sheriff finishes walk highlighting county lines and child exploitation
Dorset High Sheriff Helena Conibear completes 200-mile walk to raise awareness of county lines and child exploitation, raising £20,000 for youth charities.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:17:12 +0000Retailers see surge in sales of essential goods following government advice
Retailers like Iceland, Maplin and Robert Dyas have seen an increase in sales of essential goods following government advice
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000I tried Pets at Home's giant cat calendar and my cat loved 1 item in particular
I got the chance to try Pets at Home's giant luxury cat calendar, but what items did my cat like the most?
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:40:59 +0000Police appeal for dashcam footage after suspicious vehicle fire in Weymouth
Dorset Police want witnesses and dashcam footage after a vehicle fire in Weymouth’s Redlands area on October 19 was reported as suspicious.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:22:01 +000065mph winds expected as yellow weather warning issued
The wet and windy weather is continuing to hit Dorset this week as another weather warning is issued
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000174-million-year-old giant sea creature found in Dorset goes on display
Scientists have hailed the discovery near West Bay of a 174-million-year-old giant ichthyosaur, the youngest example of its kind recorded in the UK.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Inside the tiny Dorset village where Thomas Hardy's heart lies buried
Here is a look inside the tiny Dorset village of Stinsford that inspired Thomas Hardy and where his heart was laid to rest at St Michael's Church.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Date set for work to begin at tunnel following landslip
Work is finally to get underway at Beaminster tunnel after residents described they were ‘stretched to breaking point’
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:40:00 +0000Bed expert warns Brits about duvet error that can cause sleepless autumn nights
An expert from Land of Beds explains autumn duvet tog ratings and gives a recommendation to help obtain the best sleep quality.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:01:05 +0000Flood warnings lifted following aftermath of storm
The risk of flooding is no longer a concern across Dorset following a weekend of intense rain and strong winds
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000The wonderfully whiskered Dorset character who collected 1,000 fossils
Samuel 'Barney' Hansford was a wonderfully whiskered Dorset character who was known for collecting 1,000 fossils
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Slap and tickle romp' remembered for its gorgeous Dorset scenery
We're remembering Tom Jones, a movie described as a 'slap and tickle romp' that showcased Dorset's gorgeous scenery.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 02:55:00 +0000Businesses to work with school to boost employment opportunities for young people
Businesses are being invited to attend the first event at a Bridport school aimed at keeping improving opportunities for young people and strengthening relationships in town
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:45:00 +0000Waitrose forced to apologise after making Christmas food error on its website
Waitrose has apologised after the wrong image appeared online for its No.1 Yule Log Sausage Roll.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:27:51 +0100Yellow weather warning for rain issued across county
Another weather warning has been issued across Dorset as more rain is forecast for this weekend
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:08:39 +0100Power cables fall near main road following Storm Austen
Fallen power cables are causing disruption on the A35
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:39:45 +0100Flood warnings in place as wet weather continues this weekend
People are being warned to stay away from beaches and cliffs as heavy rain and strong wind continues to be felt across west Dorset
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:30:00 +0100Year long construction underway at former A35 picnic site
Work is underway at a once popular rest stop on the A35 as building is expected to take until next Christmas
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:15:00 +0100Nominees announced for town election next month
Nominees have been announced for an upcoming election for a ward in Bridport
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:40:24 +0100Val Thorens - A family ski break that keeps teens happy
VAL Thorens delivers reliable snow, vast terrain and enough variety to keep both a skier and a snowboarder in the same family fully occupied.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Christmas magic to return to Bridport this December with brand-new family show
Santa LIVE! returns to Bridport’s Electric Palace on December 20 and December 21, 2026, with a new family Christmas show, songs, Santa and festive fun.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:11:00 +0100Prince William reveals the 2 very different jobs he wanted instead of royal life
Prince William has spoken about childhood dreams of becoming a policeman or DJ, meeting Taylor Swift, and loving The Celebrity Traitors on The Graham Norton Show.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:45:27 +0100RECAP: Roads closures and flood warnings as Storm Austen hits county
- Dorset under yellow weather warning following Storm Austen - Some Roads have been closed - Flood warnings have been issued
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:31:39 +0100Thousands without power during storm chaos
Properties are without power as Storm Austen ravages the county
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:21:00 +0100'This can't happen': Fears as plans for 80 new homes to be discussed
Plans to build 80 new homes Bridport would result in a ‘permanent loss of undeveloped land’ as dozens of residents have raised objections
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:00:00 +0100Council responds to safety concerns over lack of footpath between two villages
Support is building for plans to build a safer route bridging two villages in west Dorset
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Weather forecast for Bridport and Lyme Regis this weekend as Storm Austen arrives
Bridport weather forecast: Heavy rain, strong winds up to 60mph, and fluctuating temperatures from 9°C to 17°C expected from 23–26 October 2020.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:37:42 +0100Don't forget- clocks go back this weekend for an extra hour in bed
Clocks go back on Sunday, October 25 as British Summer Time ends and GMT returns, giving the UK an extra hour in bed and darker evenings, with lighter mornings.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100What's on in cinemas in Bridport and other Dorset towns this weekend
The release of a stop-motion animated film, a body-horror film based on a DC Comics character, and a comedy film are among other films in Dorset cinemas
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:00:21 +0100Does home insurance cover storm damage? What homeowners need to know
Find out whether home insurance policies cover wind damage to properties, fences, sheds, gates and other outdoor items.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:59:55 +0100Chest infection or cold? Boots pharmacist shares key signs and when to see a GP
Boots pharmacist shares chest infection symptoms, recovery advice and warning signs.